From grape leaves to baba ganoush, hummus and everything in between these Lebanese recipes are a reflection of my Lebanese heritage. Reader favorites include Lebanese Garlic Sauce, Cucumber Laban, Baked Kibbeh, and Meat Stuffed Grape Leaves and Arabic Lentil Soup.
A fun twist on the comfort food classic, your family will love these naturally gluten free Lebanese meatballs seasoned with cinnamon, all-spice and toasted pine nuts. January is half-way over, how are you feeling? Are you staying hydrated? Getting enough exercise? …
A protein-packed snack or elegant appetizer, this fun twist on deviled eggs is made with creamy hummus and sprinkled with earthy za’atar. Congratulations – you made it through Week 1 of the Healthy New Year 6-Week Challenge!! How did you do? …
Creamy horseradish sauce can be topped with crispy potato pancakes to provide the perfect contrast of flavors in every bite. Hanukkah is always a fun time of year for my family but this year is particularly special. Not only do …
Tossed in a creamy tahini garlic dressing and mixed with dried cherries and toasted pine nuts, Brussels sprouts have never tasted so good. Confession: I will eat just about anything smothered in tahini. If you’re not familiar, tahini is a paste …
An easy, one-pot meal, your entire home will fill with aromas of cinnamon, garlic and rendered butter while this Slow Cooker Chicken and Vegetables practically cooks itself. One of my favorite things to do in the kitchen is to take …
This Lebanese chilled cucumber soup is made with tangy yogurt seasoned with fresh lemon juice, mint and garlic then finished with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. As you’ve probably noticed, we eat a lot of yogurt in our …
Traditional hummus gets a flavor boost from fragrant basil pesto to create this delicious twist on the popular dip. When my friend Brandy asked if I wanted to join her to celebrate my friend Rachel’s 30th Birthday it took me …
Ground turkey lightens up this traditional Middle Eastern dish without sacrificing flavor. Did you know that my family is Middle Eastern? I’m kidding. Garlic, lemon juice and olive oil runs through my veins. In fact, my Syrian heritage is the …
Roasted red peppers and smoked paprika are the perfect complements to making your own traditional hummus. Ready in 15 minutes. After a long winter here in Michigan, there is nothing better than finally being able to entertain outdoors. From pool …
Quick and easy weeknight chicken dish full of bright flavors – perfect on rice or served in a pita, salad or dipped with hummus. Grilling season is one of my favorite times of the year but for those of us …
Fresh tabbouleh flavors get an added boost of protein from chickpeas, feta cheese and whole wheat pasta to make this a delicious side dish or entree salad. Happy Monday Everyone! Today is the big day – I am in Los …
This delicious and healthy snack is full of flavor thanks to roasted eggplant, creamy white beans, garlic, tahini and lemon. If I could only eat one type of food for the rest of my life it would be Middle Eastern …
Apple cider and olive oil are used to keep lean chicken breasts moist while roasting the garlic cloves in their skin have them become caramelized and sweet. As you’ve probably heard by now, cinnamon is an excellent source of antioxidants. …
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The rich, nutty texture of whole wheat pearl couscous is the perfect match for toasted pine nuts, crunch cucumbers, and salty feta. Life is too short to eat boring salads. Is a garden salad with grilled chicken healthy? Of course. …
Quinoa, pronounced “keen-wah”, is one of those super foods that you hear and read about all the time but just might not know what to do with it. This ancient grain, native to South America, was once called “the gold …
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One of my favorite aspects of the holiday season is that it inspires families to get together for the sole purpose of cooking together. My friend Kristin in Boston will often gather with her mother and aunts to bake perogies, a …
Clarified Butter is a clear, pure form of butter with a nutty and rich taste that simply cannot be duplicated. Better known as Ghee. Every Christmas, my Aunt Paula gives the gift of rendered butter. Perhaps you’ve heard of clarified …
Lemon Garlic Greens and Onions is hands down my favorite dish from Aunt Paula’s recent Syrian Fest 2010. This easy appetizer is a simple mixture of spinach, lemon and garlic topped with caramelized onions. Ok I lied. It is topped with fried …
This grilled chicken coupled with my cucumber yogurt sauce is easy to make, moist and has great flavor. My secret to tender chicken is very simple: lemon juice. If you have 5 minutes in the morning, throw a few chicken …
